This is an independent directory designed to make it easier to find mental health providers who may provide services through the Non-Insured Health Benefits (NIHB) Program. You can search and filter providers by location, profession, language, virtual counselling and other available information.

No. This directory is independently operated and is not affiliated with, endorsed by or operated by Indigenous Services Canada or the NIHB Program. Provider information can change, so it is always a good idea to confirm a provider's current NIHB status and availability before booking an appointment.

NIHB provides eligible First Nations and Inuit clients with coverage for mental health counselling from eligible enrolled providers. Coverage and authorization requirements can vary depending on the service and circumstances.
Read More: Does NIHB Cover Counselling?

Use the location filter above to see providers listed in a particular community. The directory currently includes providers from several Ontario regions, with additional locations being added over time. If you are open to online counselling, selecting Virtual counselling may provide additional options beyond your local area.

Many mental health providers offer virtual counselling, which can be particularly useful if there are limited NIHB providers in your community. Use the Virtual counselling filter above to find providers whose available information indicates that they offer virtual services.
Read More: NIHB Virtual Couneslling Guide

Many NIHB-enrolled providers bill the program directly for eligible services, meaning clients generally do not have to pay the provider upfront for an approved NIHB service. However, billing arrangements should always be confirmed with the provider before your first appointment.
Read More: NIHB Direct Billing Guide

Availability changes frequently and may not always be reflected in a directory listing. Contact the provider directly to ask whether they are currently accepting new NIHB clients, whether they provide virtual or in-person appointments, and what their current wait time is.

If you are an NIHB mental health provider and would like to add, update or correct information in the directory, please contact me here. Keeping provider information accurate and current helps make the directory more useful for people trying to access mental health services.